SR HSE OFFICER

Role Overview

Senior HSE Officer at NMDC Group. The role involves implementing HSE plans, conducting site inspections, monitoring compliance with company and client requirements, and promoting a strong safety culture on vessels and project sites.

Role Purpose

Support the NMDC project HSE Manager to achieve and maintain business excellence in the field of HSE management during the preparation and delivery of projects, and to ensure the minimum impact and maximum protection of the project-surrounding environment, taking into account the interests of customers, board of management, Abu Dhabi community and NMDC employees.

Key Responsibilities

Governance & Compliance

• Maintain strict compliance with company Health and Safety policy.
• Conduct random or spot checks to implement zero tolerance with regards to unsafe practices and alcohol abuse.
• Ensure adherence to the ISM Code, mandatory rules and regulations, applicable codes, guidelines and standards as appropriate.
• Review and monitor all safety aspects including PPE, night safety visions and speed limits.
• Verify that all site activities, works, tools and equipment are executed according to safety regulations.

HSE Management System

• Implement HSE Management System (HSEMS) throughout assigned projects.
• Prepare HSE training plans for assigned project employees.
• Coordinate HSE training of employees to ensure workforce competency is maintained as required.
• Maintain HSE registers, incident reports, Lessons Learned databases and other associated records of the HSE Management System.
• Monitor and compile site HSE statistical reports, HSE weekly reports and other documentation.

Incident & Investigation Management

• Conduct analysis of HSE observations and incidents to identify immediate and basic causes.
• Recommend corrective actions to close gaps and prevent recurrences.
• Coordinate accident and injury investigations and lead incident tracking for closure.
• Perform incident and accident investigations and report findings to the HSE Manager.

Site Operations & Inspections

• Hold accountability for the safety of assigned project staff and operations.
• Supervise subcontractors and team at site regarding safety issues.
• Work with site managers to execute the safety plan.
• Inspect all site activities, works, tools and equipment.
• Ensure periodical inspections of safety and lifesaving equipment, firefighting equipment, gas monitors and breathing apparatus.
• Monitor housekeeping programs to consistently improve standards.
• Observe emergency mock drills and advise line supervisors regarding proper exercise in residential areas and work sites.

Stakeholder & Project Support

• Attend meetings internally and with clients to identify project HSE requirements.
• Assist Project Manager in adherence to JSA (job safety analysis) toolbox meetings and other periodical inspections.
• Support Project Manager and other team members in achieving HSE goals set for the project.
• Focus on NMDC's business priorities while meeting customer demands.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor degree or relevant and equivalent professional qualification.
• Relevant HSE Management Qualification.
• Dredging and marine construction experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the ISM Code, mandatory rules and regulations, applicable codes, guidelines and standards as appropriate.
• Certification or Membership: NEBOSH or OSHA.

Skills & Competencies

• HSE management system implementation and oversight.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Compliance monitoring and enforcement.
• Site inspection and safety audit capabilities.
• Training coordination and workforce competency assessment.
• Documentation and record management.
• Stakeholder communication and meeting facilitation.